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Doubt In Our Spiritual Lives

ipsadminDecember 11, 2023May 16, 2024

What happens if we experience doubt in our spiritual lives? Living a spiritually balanced life is not as easy as some people make it seem. Many times we are approached...

Beginners Contemporary Paganism

Right Relationships

ipsadminDecember 10, 2023December 8, 2023

In today's interconnected world, understanding and practising 'Right Relationship' in our interactions with cultures different from our own is crucial. It is even more important that we consider this in...

Contemporary Paganism Festivals

The Winter Solstice in Ireland: My Vigil for Grianstad an Gheimhridh

ipsadminDecember 9, 2023January 9, 2024

Although my personal practice for the Winter Solstice is not attested in any ancient text... it holds deep significance for me, and many others have found peace, hope, and even...

Contemporary Paganism Mythology

The Tragedy of Setanta Mac Súaltam, the Boy who Would be a Hero

ipsadminDecember 1, 2023January 9, 2024

Ceist: Who was Setanta, he who became Cú Chulainn? Ní Ansa... The Ulster cycle of Ireland’s lore centres around a time of heroes and kings in ancient Ireland. It is...

Beginners Contemporary Paganism

Building a Healthy Pagan Community

ipsadminNovember 29, 2023January 9, 2024

In the realms of Paganism, where paths often intertwine and diverge in the most unexpected ways, the importance of a supportive and inclusive community cannot be overstated. A healthy Pagan...

Beginners Contemporary Paganism

Irish Roots: How Can the Diaspora Connect Authentically?

ipsadminNovember 21, 2023January 9, 2024

As someone who's steeped in the traditions and teachings of Ireland, I often hear from folks in the diaspora longing to connect authentically with their Irish roots. It's a journey...

Contemporary Paganism Irish Places The Gods

My Unfolding Path into Irish Spirituality, with Lora O’Brien

ipsadminOctober 20, 2023January 9, 2024

I was asked in a recent interview, how did I end up connecting to authentic Irish Spirituality? At the time, there was absolutely nothing available along the lines of what...

Contemporary Paganism Festivals

Healthy Boundaries Make for Safe Communities

ipsadminSeptember 29, 2023February 12, 2024

There is a crucial concept that forms the foundation of strong and safe communities: healthy boundaries. We have seen a real profound impact of setting and respecting boundaries on the...

Contemporary Paganism Mythology The Gods The Morrigan

Irish Goddesses in Modern Spirituality

ipsadminSeptember 26, 2023May 16, 2024

Many people are drawn to Irish mythology, often wondering how it can be incorporated into modern spirituality. This blog post will discuss the role of Irish Goddesses, focusing on how...

Contemporary Paganism Magic

Embracing Solitude: Powerful Solitary Rituals

ipsadminSeptember 1, 2023January 9, 2024

In a world that often seems to demand constant connectivity and engagement, the practice of solitude can be a transformative and empowering experience. Many people come to the Irish Pagan...